GIG appointed exclusive caterer for UK Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai

2nd November 2018

Following a competitive tender process, specialist event and hospitality caterer GIG, part of the Global Infusion Group, has been awarded the hospitality services contract for the UK Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai.

The Pavilion will be the centrepiece of the UK’s presence at the Expo 2020 Dubai – highlighting British expertise in artificial intelligence and the space sector.

Buckinghamshire-based GIG, along with other trading divisions of Global Infusion Group has a long history of working in the Middle East and a reputation for successfully exporting its services around the world. The company received a Queen’s Business Award for Enterprise in International Trade in 2014 and again in 2017.

Sustainability, legacy and innovation were key to GIG securing the contract. With a predicted 52 million meals being served at Expo 2020 Dubai across the six months, the GIG team will be using its culinary experience to showcase the best of British and Northern lrish food.

Nick Venables, head of global sport and events at GIG, commented: “The menus we design and the food we provide our guests is at the core of our business. As passionate foodies we constantly explore the latest food trends and work with talented chefs to create seasonal menus and locally inspired dishes.

“Food provision isn’t just about production and logistics, it’s about offering a tailored, personal and memorable approach. The UK has a rich and diverse culture, and this is definitely reflected in our values, we intend to emulate this with the food and beverage experience at the UK Pavilion.”

Minister of State for the Department for International Trade, Baroness Fairhead, said: “I’m delighted that the high-quality offer of GIG has been chosen to provide the hospitality services at the UK Pavilion. In serving premium home-sourced ingredients, GIG represents the best of British.

“Lasting over six months, Expo 2020 Dubai will provide UK companies with a great opportunity to connect with millions of visitors. We hope it will enable them to sell their products, establish new partnerships and forge trading relations which in turn will bring prosperity and jobs to the UK. We at the DIT stand ready to provide support.”